Manufacturing

Once the prototype has passed rigorous testing and the As-Built documentation is complete, the development team will prepare a detailed Production Manual. This manual will outline all construction steps, list the necessary tools and custom-designed jigs, and include supplier information. It will act as the definitive reference for assembling the product, covering sourcing details for every required component.

The procedures outlined in the production manual serve as the foundational guideline for planning production at the selected manufacturer. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to translate these specified processes—such as machining, molding, casting, and assembly—into an efficient, repeatable and scalable production workflow. This includes optimizing operations to meet volume targets while maintaining quality and consistency across all production runs.

The chosen manufacturer begins production, assembling all specified components into the final product. Numerous companies contribute as suppliers, providing electronic and mechanical parts, as well as semi-finished products. Together, these elements form the supply chain that supports the assembly line and enables the construction of the complete product.

Quality Assurance Managers inspect all semi-finished products and components used in the assembly process to ensure they meet the required quality standards, as defined by both the development team and the client. Throughout manufacturing, they monitor production to maintain these standards. Our partner in Hong Kong, China, SAPL oversees the entire Asia-based OEM/manufacturing process—from factory audits to the final pre-shipment inspection.

Once the finished product comes off the assembly line, its functionality is checked at multiple stages. Following quality control and functional testing, each unit is documented with a QC report and handed over to the logistics department for packaging. From there, transportation is arranged in batches through a designated shipping provider.

The finished product is now transported—safely and fully insured—from the manufacturer’s facility to you. From there, it moves on to an outbound logistics hub for further distribution via Third- and Fourth-Party Logistics (3PL/4PL) providers. This distribution process is initiated and managed by you, the Product Owner, ensuring delivery to various customers or distributors.

Many 3PL and 4PL distributors offer additional services such as order fulfillment. A 3PL warehouse typically provides comprehensive e-commerce fulfillment solutions, including warehousing, shipping and receiving. Beyond these core functions, they often deliver value-added services such as returns processing (RMA), cross-docking and kitting. These services are essential for delivering high-quality after-sales support to your international wholesale locations and their customers.